Blues boss Grant has no problem with Lampard's show of frustration against Fenerbahce

Chelsea boss Avram Grant has refused to punish Frank Lampard for the midfielder's show of petulance during Chelsea's 2-1 defeat by Fenerbahce last Wednesday.

The midfielder was left less than impressed by his manager's decision to replace him after 76 minutes in Turkey and was seen to throw his shin pads at the dugout in disgust. But the Israeli coach, whose team face Manchester City at Eastlands on Saturday, says he has no problem with the actions of the England international.

"I spoke with Frank after the game," said Grant. "He is a very passionate player, but I didn't see what happened. He was just very disappointed that Fenerbahce had equalised.

Frustration: A disappointed Frank Lampard is substituted against Fenerbahce

"I must say that I didn't see what Frank did, I saw him shake hands with Jon Obi Mikel and that he was disappointed. But he is a passionate player and I like that. Discipline here is very good since my arrival and I don't think we need to create any problems. I don't need to punish anyone."

Chelsea can move to within two points of leaders Manchester United with victory on Saturday, with Sir Alex Ferguson's men playing a day later.